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Patent GB-2355425-A (GB)
Title: Internal pipeline clamp
Inventor: BARNES STEPHEN
IPC: B23K9/035
Filed: 2000-08-10
Abstract: A support apparatus 1 for use in welding pipe sections 40,50 comprises a modular unit adapted to provide a circumferential support surface 28. Preferably, the apparatus is in the form of a modular internal pipeline clamp 1, which provides a fusion resistant backing strap 28 to support a weld pool when welding circumferential joints from the outside of the pipeline. A central body 2 preferably provides a host facility for interchangeable or modular components that can be fitted to vary the operating diameter of the clamp so that it can be accommodated in pipelines of various diameters. The backing strap 28 is preferably connected to a plurality of extension plates 12 which are moved relative to the pipeline interior surface by hydraulic rams 10. The clamp can also be used to align the pipe sections 40,50 to be welded.
Patent GB-2357325-A (GB)
Title: A threaded pipe joint with first and second liners
Inventor: LOPRESTO CLAUDIO DOMINGO
IPC: F16L15/00
Filed: 2000-10-20
Abstract: A pipe joint comprises a first pipe 1 having an externally threaded end (2, fig 1), and a second pipe 10 having an externally threaded end (11, fig 2). A first liner (5, fig 1) extends into the first pipe with a portion protruding from the end of the first pipe, and a second liner (14, fig 2) extends into the second pipe with a portion protruding from the end of the second pipe. In use, the portion of the first liner overlaps the portion of the second liner, and a collar 20 having internal threads engages the threaded ends of the pipes. The first and second pipe ends, collar, and portions are dimensioned such that on making up of the joint by threading the collar to the first and second ends of the pipes the portions sealingly abut each other where they overlap. Preferably the first liner has a flange 7 which overlaps the portion of the second liner, and engages with a circumferential abutment 16 of the second liner.
Patent GB-2359720-A (GB)
Title: Detection of impermissible articles in luggage
Inventor: HARTICK MARTIN
IPC: G01N23/20
Filed: 2000-11-07
Abstract: Apparatus and a method for the detection of impermissible articles, such as explosives, in objects such as luggage, using a two-stage detector apparatus 30 which is divided into a lower investigation stage 30.1 and a higher investigation stage 30.2. In the lower investigation stage 30.1 the coordinates of location G<SB>M</SB> are determined, this location is then analysed by X-ray diffraction apparatus 10 in the higher investigation stage 30.2 to determine the article material. The diffraction apparatus consists of a collimator/detector arrangement which is vertically and longitudinally adjustable in the higher investigation stage 30.2 with a laterally adjustable X-ray source 12 adapted thereto. The collimator/detector arrangement 11 preferable comprises only one collimator and one detector.
Patent GB-2357418-A (GB)
Title: Animal washing device
Inventor: HOWARD RICHARD JOHN
IPC: A01K13/00
Filed: 2000-11-20
Abstract: The device comprises an enclosure to receive an animal therein, the enclosure comprising a base (4) and a cover (6), the cover (6) arranged to have an opened and a closed condition, such that when in the closed condition a substantially sealed environment is provided in which an animal can be washed and the open condition allowing an animal to enter the enclosure, and at least one nozzle (43) being provided to supply water to wash an animal in the enclosure. The cover may be a hollow shell with holes on the interior surface providing the nozzles. The device may have heating means to heat the water and may also be provided with a drying means. The device may have access holes (26) to allow the user access to the interior. The device may have a pump to pump water into and pump water from the device.
Patent GB-2370503-A (GB)
Title: Compositions comprising vitamin K
Inventor: CLAYTON DIANE
IPC: A61P19/08
Filed: 2000-12-27
Abstract: Use of vitamin K in the preparation of a composition for counteracting a vitamin K-deficiency in bone of a healthy child and/or adolescent, for increasing peak bone mass or decreasing bone fracture risk. Vitamin K serves as a cofactor for posttranslational carboxylation of glutamate residues into   q  -carboxyglutamate (Gla), in proteins such as osteocalcin, produced in bone tissue. Despite having serum vitamin K level in the same range as healthy adults, non-supplemented healthy children and adolescents show substantially undercarboxylated osteocalcin, i.e. unexpected vitamin K-deficiency in bone. It has been shown that supplementation of vitamin K is effective to increase carboxylated osteocalcin. Vitamin K refers in particular to phylloquinones, dihydrophylloquinones, and menaquinones, and/or their pharmaceutically or nutritionally acceptable salts.
Patent GB-2374411-A (GB)
Title: Detection of metal ions in a liquid
Inventor: MCKECHNIE MALCOLM TOM
IPC: G01N31/22
Filed: 2001-04-10
Abstract: A fibre product containing a cationic compound and an anionic metal ion indicator dye ionically bound to the compound is typically immersed in a test liquid to detect the presence of metal ion(s) by colour change. The fibre product is claimed as novel. Utility may be in the detection of calcium ions in water. The fibre product may be in the form of a woven, non-woven or knitted sheet, a yarn or can be a commercially available cloth bearing cationic groups which is then immersed in a solution of the dye and rinsed prior to use. The dye is e.g. Eriochrome Black, Calamagite or Alizarin Red type.
Patent GB-2364216-A (GB)
Title: A system and method for message transport and segmentation
Inventor: SANCHEZ EDUARDO
IPC: H04L29/08
Filed: 1999-10-08
Abstract: A node, and a system including a first node, supporting message transport and segmentation in a communications network having a plurality of nodes, comprising a memory including a database for storing a plurality of segmentation support capability test results, wherein the memory further includes a program module adapted to send a first segmented message, a first segmentation support test message, and a first segmentation support response message, and to receive a second segmentation message, a second segmentation support test message, and a second segmentation support response message. The system also includes a second node in electronic communication with the first node, wherein the second node is adapted to receive the segmented message and the segmentation support test message, and to send the segmentation support response message including the segmentation support capability result. A method supporting messsage transport and segmentation in a communications network having a plurality of nodes, comprising the steps of: sending a first segmentation support test message from a first node to a second node, the first and second nodes selected from the plurality of nodes, the first node comprising a memory including a database for storing a plurality of segmentation support capability test results; sending a first segmentation support response message from the second node to the first node in response to receiving the first segmentation support test message, generating a first segmentation support capability test result indicating that the second node is capable of receiving segmented messages; and sending a segmented message from the first node to the second node. If no response is received, a second segmentation support capability test result is generated to indicate that the second node is incapable of supporting segmented messages.
Patent GB-2367354-A (GB)
Title: Cryostats
Inventor: STROBEL MARCO
IPC: F25B9/14
Filed: 2001-06-27
Abstract: A cryostat arrangement for storing liquid helium comprises an outer shell (2), a helium container (6) installed therein and a neck pipe (4) extending from the helium container to the outer shell. An evacuated space (13) containing a radiation shield (15) surrounds the container (6). A refrigerator eg a pulse tube cooler is installed in the neck pipe. The refrigerator includes a cold finger (5a). The cold finger (5a) is surrounded by at least one separation member (3a) which divides the neck pipe into two partial volumes (8a and 9a) which are connected to one another through a lower opening (10a) and an upper opening (7a). Due to the temperature differences of the neck tube and the cold finger (5a), helium flows upwards in the partial volume (8a) and downwards in the partial volume (9a). The cold finger may be in two stages, with the separation member about the lower stage. The separating body may be in the form of a vacuum space and a cooling pipe (see Fig.6, not shown).
Patent GB-2364688-A (GB)
Title: Tamper-evident closure
Inventor: HERD RICHARD
IPC: B65D27/30
Filed: 2001-06-29
Abstract: A tamper-evident closure comprises an envelope 10 having an opening 16 to us interior. A closure flap 20 is movable from an open condition to a closed condition. The closure includes a seal 90 to the envelope 10. The seal is a one-piece plastic moulding that it co-operates with a seal receiving assembly (40) on a panel of the envelope and a seal locating assembly (42, Fig 3) on the flap (20). The envelope, once sealed, can only be opened by gripping tab (72, Fig 4A) and pulling, this causes part of the seal 90 to be broken off the other part of the seal 94 and thus it is clear if the envelope has been opened.
Patent GB-2377357-A (GB)
Title: Battery housing for jewellery use
Inventor: NOLAN ROMILLY
IPC: A44C15/00
Filed: 2001-07-13
Abstract: The housing, eg for jewellery having LEDs, includes a pair of two-part casings 3 each for holding a battery and having a wire 1 for connection to a circuit. One casing base has a recess 7 to receive a corresponding clasp 8 on the other base, thereby completing electrical connection between the casings. The casing parts are insulated at 4 where they make contact and each base has a screwdriver slot 6 to facilitate (dis)connection to its lid. An optional on/off switch 2 is provided.
Patent GB-2383486-A (GB)
Title: Testing Doppler detector
Inventor: ALDRED IAN RICHARD
IPC: G01S13/56
Filed: 2001-12-19
Abstract: In order to check the operation of a Doppler intruder detector or similar device, the return signal is distorted in a phase shifter 132 so as to simulate the Doppler shift from a moving body. If the detector responds to this, it is deemed to be working satisfactorily. The phase shifter may comprise a length of conductor (eg microstrip) with a diode nearby; a Doppler signal is fed 136 to the diode. This also amplitude modulates the signal, and the output 126 of the homodyne mixer 116 then corresponds to the simulated Doppler signal 136 input.
Patent GB-2384120-A (GB)
Title: Lighting string with extending lighting structure
Inventor: HSU FU-SHIEN
IPC: F21S4/00
Filed: 2002-01-15
Abstract: The present invention relates to a lighting string (1) with extending structure, which includes an electrical wire (11) with several bulb assemblies (12) and some lighting units (3) connected by extending wires (21). The lighting unit (3) can emit light at a distance from the electrical wire (11) of the lighting string (1) that provides a special lighting effect with improvement. The lighting unit (3) is also possible to connect with lighting fiber (4) for further extension of light.
Patent GB-2388424-A (GB)
Title: A combi-oven having convection and/or steam modes
Inventor: NATALINO LAZZER
IPC: F24C15/32
Filed: 2002-05-11
Abstract: A food oven comprises a baking chamber and a technical compartment adjacent and in communication with each other. The technical compartment contains a fan 6, which is connected to a logic unit that controls operation of the oven and exchanger pipe s 9. A chamber 7 houses a burner 71 which is in communication with a heat exchanger 12 that generates steam and is preferably a boiler with hot pipes associated with a steam collection area 122 opening 123 to the baking chamber. The chamber 7 is preferably connected to a fume distribution chamber 8 leading to exchanger pipes 9, which extend upwardly in two groups of three, either side of fan 6 to manifold 10 that precedes a chimney. The distribution chamber 8 may be longer than the diameter of fan 6. Valves may be present at an opening to the distribution chamber 8, chimney 101 and boiler and controlled by a logic unit wherein fumes are directed either into the boiler or main body of the apparatus.
Patent GB-2383595-A (GB)
Title: Adjustable bracket for cladding
Inventor: BOLGER BRIAN
IPC: E04F13/08
Filed: 2002-08-01
Abstract: An adjustable bracket for fixing cladding has two pivoted arms in a generally Y - shaped configuration as shown: the position of the distal end of the longer arm is adjustable by a screw threaded member which moves the blocks bearing the proximal ends of the arms closer together. The four holes in the base plate are used to fix the device to a wall to be clad.
Patent GB-2379075-A (GB)
Title: Display apparatus
Inventor: HUNT TERRY
IPC: G09F15/00
Filed: 2002-08-22
Abstract: A display apparatus comprises a frame adapted to support a plurality of display members, wherein, when in use, the display members define a substantially vertical display surface. The display members may be attached to the frame by a releasable hook and loop fastening arrangement, which may serve to rigidify the frame, and may be planar, rectangular, or made of a foamed plastics material. The display apparatus may comprise a plurality of struts, connected by crosspieces, wherein each strut comprises a base member having an extension member arranged telescopically therewith. The base member may include a support leg pivotally connected to the base member and including a brace member attached to both of the support leg and base member. The crosspieces may be adapted to be releasably located to fixing sites on the struts, wherein, the fixing sites may take the form of lateral projections. Also disclosed is a kit of parts which comprises a plurality of struts, crosspieces and display members, the struts and crosspieces being capable of assembly into a frame to support the display members in accordance with the present invention.
Patent GB-2377462-A (GB)
Title: Support assembly
Inventor: STEADMAN WILLIAM DAVID
IPC: E04C3/292
Filed: 1999-10-06
Abstract: A support assembly comprises first and second parts, each part composed from a pair of vertically spaced apart parallel elongate wooden members 62, connected by a support arrangement 68 may be spaced metal members but are preferably formed from wooden sheets such as plywood, which may be glued or stapled to the elongate members. Each elongate member 62 has two sides parallel to each other, another side perpendicular thereto and a further side at an inclined angle to the perpendicular side. The uppermost wooden members are mounted together by aligning their perpendicular faces, and this defines a first support surface, whilst the lower wooden members, being similarly attached to an adjacent assembly, define a second support surface. Fig 9 shows the elongate members may be formed by making an inclined 30 degree angle cut (64) into an elongate rectangular wooden block 72 to give two elongate members of the same trapezoidal cross section. Adjacent elongate members 62 may be mounted together using locating pegs or pins 70. The support assembly can be used for providing support between a ceiling 74 and a floor 76.
Patent GB-2395743-A (GB)
Title: A sliding jaw clamp device
Inventor: PORTEOUS DAVID LESLIE
IPC: B25B5/16
Filed: 2002-11-01
Abstract: A clamp device includes an elongate member (12). A first engagement means (11) is slidably mounted on the elongate member (12) for abutting to an object to be clamped. The first engagement means (11) includes a locking means (16) for removably installing the engagement means (11) upon the elongate member (12). The clamp device (10) also includes a second engagement means (13) for clamping between it and the first engagement means (11) the object to be clamped. As shown a lever (15) acts to tilt apertured locking plate (16) but a screw-threaded element can act on the plate (16). Shoulders (24a) can be vertically adjustable. The device is intended to be used to suspend a swing from a door frame and apertures (20a) provide suspension points.
Patent GB-2395125-A (GB)
Title: Extended release pharmaceutical pellets having a tamsulosin hydrochloride containing core and an acid resistant acrylic polymer based outer layer coat
Inventor: PLATTEEUW JOHNANNES JAN
IPC: A61K47/00
Filed: 2002-12-12
Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage form comprises a plurality of pellets, wherein each pellet comprises: <SL> <LI>a. a pellet core having a diameter within the range of 0.3-0.9 mm and comprising a tamsulosin hydrochloride, microcrystalline cellulose, a pharmaceutically acceptable water permeable acrylic polymer and water; and <LI>b. an outer layer coat surrounding said core which comprises a pharmaceutically acceptable acid-resistant acrylic polymer, wherein the mass of said outer layer coat, calculated on a dry pellet core basis, is within the range of 2.5-15%; and </SL> wherein the plurality of pellets exhibits a dissolution release profile in simulated gastric fluid using Ph. Eur. basket method at 100 rpm which includes releasing less than 10% of the tamsulosin during the first two hours. There is also disclosed, a process for producing such pellets, or related pellets, which comprises: <SL> <LI>a. granulating a mixture of tamsulosin hydrochloride, microcrystalline cellulose, acrylic polymer, water and optionally auxiliary ingredients to form wet pellet cores, <LI>b. drying said wet pellet cores to a residual amount of water of 2-10%; <LI>c. sieving said dried pellet cores to obtain a fraction within the size range of 0.3-0.9 mm; <LI>d. coating said sieved dried pellet cores with a coating composition that comprises an acid-resistant water soluble acrylic polymer; and <LI>e. drying said coated pellet; </SL> wherein said coating step (d) is sufficient to provide said dried coated pellet either with 2.5-15 mass % of said coating composition, calculated on the dry pellet core basis, or with a desired amount of release in a simulated gastric fluid. The pellets may be used to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia and may be formulated as capsules or sachets. Tamsulosin is the common name for 5-[2-[[2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)ethyl]amino] propyl]-2-methoxy-benzenesulfonamide of the formula (1). <EMI ID=1.1 HE=12 WI=45 LX=1087 LY=2344 TI=CF> <PC>It is disclosed in EP 34432 and US 4731478 as a pharmaceutically active substance having alpha-adrenergic blocking activity that is useful for treatment of cardiac insufficiencies and benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Patent GB-2381482-A (GB)
Title: Coating for various types of substrate and method for the production thereof
Inventor: GEDIG ERK TJALLING
IPC: G01N33/551
Filed: 2001-07-27
Abstract: The invention relates to coatings for various types of substrate, whereby a hydrophilic polymer layer is bonded to a substrate by means of a polymer bonding agent layer. The invention also relates to a method for the production of said layer system. The inventive layers can be used, for example, as an immobilisation matrix, and to suppress non-specific protein adsorption in biosensors, MALDI targets and other bioanalytical appliances. Said layers can also be used to make implants biocompatible and to coat contact lenses. Optical elements provided with said coatings no longer steam up. Furthermore, the layers are dirt-repelling or self-cleaning.
Patent GB-2384257-A (GB)
Title: Treating tool with sliding inner tubular member
Inventor: ESLINGER DAVID M
IPC: E21B43/26
Filed: 2002-02-22
Abstract: A tubing conveyed multi-position well treating tool having a tubular housing 16 and a tubular inner member 30 which are relatively positionable at "Set", "Treat", "Dump" and "Release" positions actuated by a mechanical indexing mechanism. The indexing mechanism is loaded by a spring 54, such as a compressed gas spring or mechanical spring, which urges the tubular housing 16 away from the tubing connection of the inner tubular member 30, thus requiring no set-down forces for tool actuation or indexing. The treating tool is anchored within the well casing by hydraulic pressure actuated buttons 58, thus eliminating the typical requirement for anchoring actuation by set-down forces. The treating tool is sealed within the casing by pressure energized packers 22,24 which are activated by the hydraulic pressure of fluid supplied from the tubing. The tool provides a bypass passage 98 to allow communication of the zones above and below the tool while isolating the straddled interval to be treated.
Patent GB-2384193-A (GB)
Title: Method for operating a gaming device and gaming device
Inventor: HOEDL PETER
IPC: G06Q90/00
Filed: 2001-10-11
Abstract: The invention relates to a method for operating a gaming device (9), in addition to a gaming device (9). The gaming device (9) comprises at least one roulette basin (1) having a roulette ball (6) circulating therein.; a movement sensor (7) which is used to detect the movement of the roulette ball (6), e.g. the speed or the duration of a revolution thereof; a simulation means (10) for calculating two characteristic moments (t 0 , t 1)  of the game from the movement data of the movement sensor (7), e.g. the moment (t 0 ) when the roulette ball (6) rolls past a specific place and the moment (t 1 ) when the roulette ball (6) comes to rest in a field; a generating means (3) used to determine at least one winning value and/or a joker symbol once a signal is received from the simulation means (10); a gaming value sensor (8) which is used to detect the played value of the roulette basin (1); a means of comparison (4) for comparing the played value with the winning value and/or joker symbol; and a control means (2) which controls an optical and/or acoustic (5) display in sync with the moments t 0  and t 1  calculated by the simulation means and generates a signal corresponding to the result of the means of calculation (4). The corresponding method and gaming device (9) for carrying out said method are especially characterized in that the game becomes more attractive by synchronizing the display with the gaming process without forcing the player to change his or her gaming habits.
Patent GB-2384812-A (GB)
Title: Access ladder, suitable for vehicle
Inventor: SORRELL ROBERT
IPC: E06C5/04
Filed: 2003-04-22
Abstract: An access ladder 2,3, with anti - slip treads 4, attached to a sliding main frame 1, which slides within runners 19 of a mountable carriage. When withdrawn, a self -righting bar 8 is activated by contact with stop bar 21, which raises telescopic tubes 9, 10, pivoted at 14, to the position shown. Tubes 10 can be raised within tubes 9 and locked in position by location of pin 18 in slot 12, so as to provide safety handles. The ladder arrangement is locked into position by swivel action lock 23 which locates in slot 16 provided in non - slip platform 15 attached to frame 1. By releasing lock 23, the ladder can be easily stowed by sliding back into the runners 19.
Patent GB-2393276-A (GB)
Title: Method of rotating data in a plurality of processing elements
Inventor: BEAUMONT MARK
IPC: G06F15/80
Filed: 2003-04-23
Abstract: A method of rotating data in a plurality of processing elements comprises a plurality of shifting operations and a plurality of storing operations, with the shifting and storing operations coordinated to enable a three shears operation to be performed on the data. The plurality of storing operations is responsive to the processing element's positions.